Name Meaning & Origin
"A follower or proponent of Malikism."
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
The Maliki school or Malikism is one of the four major schools of Islamic jurisprudence within Sunni Islam. It was founded by Malik ibn Anas in the 8th century. In contrast to the Ahl al-Hadith and Ahl al-Ra'y schools of thought, the Maliki school takes a unique position known as Ahl al-A'mal, in which they consider the Sunnah to be primarily sourced from the practice of the people of Medina and living Islamic traditions for their rulings on Islamic law.
The Maliki school or Malikism is one of the four major schools of Islamic jurisprudence within Sunni Islam. It was founded by Malik ibn Anas in the 8th century. In contrast to the Ahl al-Hadith and Ahl al-Ra'y schools of thought, the Maliki school takes a unique position known as Ahl al-A'mal, in which they consider the Sunnah to be primarily sourced from the practice of the people of Medina and living Islamic traditions for their rulings on Islamic law.
Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.
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Root element "Maliki" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A follower or proponent of Malikism.".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~1,160 people named Maliki in the US. Peaked in 2005 with 79 recorded uses.
The Life Path number for Maliki is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 9.
Maliki is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 100% male and 0% female.
Approximately 1,160 people in the United States are named Maliki. The name peaked in 2005 with 79 recorded uses.
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